The Zag

Listen to latest episode of The Zag to get an extra boost of (clean) energy from 2015 NLC Chicago Fellow JC Kibbey. He's talking about the exciting work he's doing with the Union of Concerned Scientists to make sure we get rid of the dirty energy causing our climate problems. Don't miss it and make sure to check out the link he referenced at the end of the episode.

https://www.epa.gov/stationary-sources-air-pollution/affordable-clean-energy-rule-proposal-how-comment

Mike Simmons, NLC DC 2009 Fellow and long time supporter of NLC Chicago, joins The Zag to talk about his new business venture in the windy city. He also shares what he learned on a sabbatical and why you should join NLC. Don't miss it.

Ohio is important. Politically of course, but also because it's a state that represents a lot of what's great about the country and a lot of the challenges we need to address. 2018 NLC Columbus Fellow Etana Jacobi shares her thoughts on the state and non-profit work she does to address broken food systems.

Recent alum and incoming NLC Institute Co-Director Maria Morrisson Copolillo sits down with The Zag to talk improv comedy, life as a middle school teacher, and the future of work spaces. Hint: more Kombucha on draft. Tune in and enjoy.

Our second shortest pod ever! We're talking NLC curriculum for the 2019 NLC Institute and how you can make your application stronger with 2019 NLC Institute Co-Director Maria Morrisson Copolillo.

Recent alum and incoming 2019 NLC Institute Co-Director Armughan Syed talks bringing empathy to his business school experience and the power of thoughtful lunch conversation. He shares more about his experience as an immigrant and what progressives should do about to celebrate that important part of our country.

Our shortest pod ever! We're talking tips for those working on their NLC application w/ 2019 NLC Institute Co-Director Armughan Syed. Listen up before the application deadline on Oct. 1st.

Go see the new hit movie Searching because a) it's great and stars John Cho and b) our guest today helped bring it to a wide audience. Alex Zahn, NLC LA Engaged alum, shares the story behind the film and how's he working to bring more LatinX stories to the big screen through studio system.

Have you seen those Bird scooters around town? We have too and our NLC LA Governing Board VP Melinda Amato just started working there so we asked her all about it. We also talked how cool the Southeast part of LA is and what keeps her involved with NLC. Enjoy.

We're talking arts education today with 2015 NLC North Carolina alum and chapter Co-Director Carly Jones. She shares the power of incorporating arts and music training throughout the K-12 experience as well as details about how running a statewide NLC chapter has benefits for the progressive movement in red states. Don't miss it.